If there’s one thing most homeowners agree upon, it’s that there’s never enough closet space. That’s a problem, because having adequate storage space in your closets helps you keep your wardrobe organized and helps the rest of your home stay tidy. Investing in a custom closet can ease your storage headaches, but what should you include? Here are nine custom features every closet needs.
1. Custom-Sized Hanging Areas
A lot of closet space is wasted with single rods or hanging areas that are all the same height. Custom-sized hanging areas allow you to use every inch of your space. And because you can customize the height to fit your needs, you won’t have to worry about long items bunching up or having tons of wasted space below your clothing. Create separate hanging ares for long items like dresses and coats, while hanging shorter items like pants and shirts on shorter racks. You’ll be able to neatly organize your entire wardrobe and free up space for additional features.
2. Shoe Racks
Shoes tend to pile up and create a mess when we don’t have adequate storage. And expensive shoes can be damaged if they’re not stored properly. Adding a custom shoe rack to your closet provides you with the space you need to keep all your shoes organized and protected. Plus, you can customize it to fit your shoes, so all your boots, flats, tennis shoes, and pumps will fit perfectly into your new shoe rack.
3. Custom Organizers
Custom organizers allow you to make the most out of your space. Features like dividers for seasonal clothing, drawer organizers, and filing bins for photos or special documents help you neatly store everything you need while also keeping it accessible. Instead of jumbles of clothing, accessories, and papers, you’ll have a perfectly organized space, and you’ll always be able to find what you need.
4. Lazy Susans
When it comes to storing items like ties, scarves, and jewelry, nothing beats a lazy Susan. They keep your accessories from tangling and rotate so you can easily see your entire collection and select what you want for the day. In larger closets, you can also use lazy Susans to create a rotating hanging system to more easily access your wardrobe. They’re especially nice for storing your coats!
5. Accessory Drawers
Accessory drawers are helpful for storing small items like socks, jewelry, scarves, and more. Accessory drawers also fit nicely in what may otherwise be unused or inaccessible space. Consider placing less frequently used items in high or low drawers, while keeping items you use regularly within easy reach.
6. Laundry Hamper
Including a built-in, slide-out hamper in your closet gives you a place to put laundry when you change so you’re not tempted to toss it aside until later. And it eliminates the need for unsightly plastic baskets. Your laundry will stay neatly tucked away until you’re ready to take it to the wash.
7. Shelves
If you’re used to a reach-in closet with a single rod and shelf, you’ve probably found yourself wishing you had more shelf space available. Adding custom shelves to your closet gives you a space to store seasonal clothing, sentimental items, hats, photo boxes, or anything else you’d like to keep in your closet.
8. Behind-the-Door Storage
If you think about it, you probably have empty space behind your closet door. Make that space work to your advantage by adding behind-the-door storage for small or lightweight items like hats, purses, or hair accessories.
9. Helpful Extras
Think about what would really help you use your closet better. In smaller closets, it might be something as simple as adding a mirror or an additional hook to hang clothing while you change. If you have a larger closet, maybe you’d like to add features like seating, a folding table, or even a vanity. Remember, custom closets are all about making your closet fit your personal needs, so choose the extras that work for you.
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